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Purpose: These annual junior livestock events provide 4-H and FFA youth with opportunities to showcase their livestock and agricultural projects while competing for awards and scholarships.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service: This government agency plays a significant role in Texas livestock shows by providing education, resources, and support for youth and agricultural communities. Their offices are established on a county basis (see AgriLife). Their involvement includes:
• Major Livestock Shows: AgriLife supports events like the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, San Antonio Stock Show, Fort Worth Stock Show, and State Fair of Texas. They help coordinate youth participation and ensure adherence to livestock care standards.
• Youth Development & 4-H Programs: AgriLife works closely with Texas 4-H to prepare young exhibitors for livestock competitions. They offer training in animal husbandry, showmanship, and ethical practices.
• Research & Education: AgriLife provides scientific research on livestock nutrition, breeding, and disease prevention, helping exhibitors raise healthier animals.
• Stock Show Entries & Guidance: They assist participants with entry forms, rule compliance, and judging criteria for various livestock shows.

Texas AgriLife is deeply embedded in Texas livestock culture, ensuring that youth and agricultural communities have the tools they need to succeed.

Education, Growth, Leadership: Livestock shows help educate and grow our leaders of tomorrow through competitive livestock skills, "homeskill" projects and "ag mech" projects that teach youth very important life skills including personal responsibility, time management, good sportsmanship and hard work. These shows have competition events, not just exhibits. They are not "sanctioned" events. However, awards and prizes are very common. Categories often include: Cattle, horses, swine, goats, sheep, poultry, and rabbits.

Livestock Sales: Each livestock show culminates in a livestock auction sale, where exhibitors auction their animals to support future agricultural projects. Often there is a buyers' appreciation lunch as part of the sale process. Most shows are managed and supported by their local County Stock Show Association (a non-profit, volunteer organization) that is dedicated to promoting agriculture, as well as, providing monetary support and scholarships to 4-H and FFA members.

Agricultural Mechanics (aka “Shop Projects"): Texas junior livestock shows are a cornerstone of youth agricultural education, combining hands-on learning, leadership development, and community tradition. Across Central Texas and the Hill Country, these shows bring together 4-H and FFA exhibitors to compete in market and breeding livestock divisions, demonstrate technical skills, and participate in premium auctions that directly support their educational and project goals. For many families, these shows represent the culmination of months of work, dedication, and skill-building.

Such shop projects are a defining feature of Texas livestock shows. These divisions are not side attractions — they are a critical, institutionalized component of youth livestock programs. Major shows across the state, including Fort Worth and Houston, explicitly describe Ag Mechanics as a core pathway designed to develop skills in design, fabrication, construction, welding, restoration, and equipment engineering. Many county shows treat Ag Mechanics as a full competitive division equal in stature to animal projects, offering classes for trailers, livestock equipment, wildlife feeders, gates, BBQ pits, restored machinery, and more. For students who prefer technical or mechanical work over raising animals, Ag Mechanics provides an alternative route that is fully recognized, judged, and rewarded.

Cmmunity Festivals: Central Texas youth livestock shows are more than competitive exhibitions — they function as full community festivals. Alongside livestock and Ag Mechanics divisions, most Hill Country shows feature food and culinary contests, homemaking and art divisions, royalty pageants, vendor markets, live music, community meals, and in some counties, wine tastings or rodeo events. These additional activities draw families and visitors, support scholarship fundraising, and celebrate the cultural traditions of each county.

These show events serve a broader educational mission: to prepare young people for careers in agriculture, engineering, fabrication, veterinary science, wildlife management, and related fields. Exhibitors learn responsibility, record-keeping, budgeting, teamwork, and public presentation. Premium auctions and buyers’ pools help fund future projects, scholarships, and continuing education.

Facilities across the Hill Country and well beyond host these events annually. Each county show reflects its local agricultural heritage while contributing to a statewide network of youth development programs. Together, Texas junior livestock shows form one of the most robust youth agricultural systems in the nation. They celebrate the values of hard work, craftsmanship, animal husbandry, and community support, offering young people a platform to grow, compete, and succeed.

4-H & FFA: They are both youth organizations that focus on agriculture, leadership, and skill development, but they have distinct structures and approaches.
• 4-H is a community-based program supported by Cooperative Extension and land-grant universities. It offers a wide range of projects, including livestock, STEM, health, and arts, and is open to youth starting at age 8. 4-H clubs operate outside of schools and rely on volunteers, extension agents, and university professionals for leadership.
• FFA is a school-based program integrated into agricultural education curricula. Students must be enrolled in an agriculture class to participate in FFA, and each chapter is led by an agriculture teacher. FFA emphasizes career development, leadership training, and hands-on agricultural experiences through competitions, conventions, and networking events.
• Both organizations share a common goal of preparing youth for careers in agriculture and related fields. Many students participate in both programs to maximize their learning and leadership opportunities. Their collaboration helps strengthen agricultural education and youth development across the country.

Geographic Scope: The Texas Hill Country includes all or some portion of these 21 Texas Counties.

Organization: Each event is typically organized and managed by a non-profit livestock association that participants must belong to in order to exhibit their livestock. Each association has a detailed "Rule Book" that specifies the requirements for all things related to the membership and auction/show. This rule book, along with forms, pamphlets and helpful information, is typically available on the association's website and at their local county AgriLife office website (in the 4-H section).

Volunteering: There are many volunteer opportunities during these livestock shows. If you are interested in volunteering during the show, simply contact the applicable association board.

Across Texas, and especially in Central Texas, junior livestock shows are deeply integrated into county fair and rodeo operations. They are: - A core mission of county fairs - A major draw for attendance - A primary youth-development program - A major fundraising and scholarship engine - A central cultural tradition - Often the largest and most complex part of the fair schedule In short: Junior livestock shows are one of the foundational pillars of county fairs and rodeos in Texas — not a side event, but a defining feature.

Technical Note: In the context of livestock shows, "validation" refers to the process of officially verifying an animal's eligibility to compete. This ensures that exhibitors follow the rules regarding ownership, identification, and health requirements. Each species—steers, swine, lambs, goats, and heifers—has its own validation process and deadlines. Livestock validation typically includes:
• Tagging & Identification: Animals receive official validation tags to confirm ownership and prevent substitutions.
• DNA Testing: Some programs require hair or blood samples to verify the animal's identity.
• Ownership Deadlines: Exhibitors must own and care for their animals by a specific date to qualify.
• Health & Ethics Compliance: Animals must meet health regulations and exhibitors must sign ethics agreements.

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2026 SEASON: The main season for local and district-wide Junior Livestock Shows in the Texas Hill Country is January of each year. The following list identifies the key 2025 shows and provides the first known dates for 2026 shows, primarily focusing on county and regional events within the Hill Country.

Dec 30, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026 - MASON COUNTY LIVESTOCK SHOW & EXPO: Mason, at Fort Mason Park Community Building/Show Barn on US-87. Map. Chamber Web. Facebook, Event Web, AgriLife. Annual junior livestock show with multiple species divisions and premium auction, hosted by Mason County Show Association. FMI: 325-347-6459

Jan 2–3, 2026 – KIMBLE COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Junction, at Kimble County Fairgrounds, 1925 TX-481. Map. Web. FB. Fri-Sat, hours vary. Annual junior livestock show featuring swine, sheep, goats, cattle, poultry, rabbits, and ag mechanics. Highlights include the Saturday morning livestock judging and the premium auction supporting local 4-H and FFA youth. Annual junior livestock show featuring swine, sheep, goats, cattle, poultry, rabbits, and ag mechanics, followed by premium auction. FMI: 325-446-3190

Jan 2-4, 2026 - LLANO COUNTY JUNIOR STOCK SHOW: Llano, at John L. Kuykendall Arena & Event Center. Map. Llano ISD. FFA-hosted county show with showings and sales. Mon–Sat. Shows feature art, crafts, food, lambs, goats, cattle, swine, poultry, rabbits, and the Shining Star special needs stock show. Typically 9a–4p. Premium Sale on Sat, Jan 10. Hosted by Llano County 4-H and FFA. Parking & admission: Free. FMI: Llano County Extension Office, 325-247-5159, llano-tx@tamu.edu

Jan 3, 2026 – EDWARDS COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Rocksprings, at Edwards County Fairgrounds, 100 Fairgrounds Rd. Map. Web. FB. Sat, 8a-6p. Annual county livestock show showcasing sheep, goats, swine, and cattle raised by Edwards County 4-H and FFA youth. Includes breeding and market divisions, culminating in the premium sale to support local student exhibitors. FMI: 830-683-4310

Jan 6-9, 2026 - BLANCO COUNTY YOUTH STOCK SHOW PREMIUM SALE: Johnson City, at Blanco County Fairgrounds & Show Barn, 619 US-281-N. Map. Web. FB. Tue–Fri, hours vary. Annual youth stock show for Blanco County 4-H & FFA exhibitors featuring livestock judging and ag mechanics. Annual salsa contest, $10 entry. Jan 10: Buyer luncheon 11a, Sale 1p. Jan 11: 3rd clean-up day at Show Barn. Jan 16, 5p: All add-ons due for Youth Show. Mail to POB-1255 or email. Donations benefit Blanco County Youth Council. FMI: Keitha Johnson, 830-833-4138, bcyc78@gmail.com

Jan 6-11, 2026 - BANDERA COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Bandera, at Mansfield Park Show Barn, 2886 TX-16 N. Map. Web. FB. Tue–Sun, hours vary. A long-standing county tradition featuring youth livestock judging, auctions, and agricultural exhibits supporting scholarships. Highlights include the Fashion Storyboard, Ag Mechanics show, and the Auction on Sunday. Supporting Bandera County 4-H and FFA youth. FMI: 830-796-7755

Jan 6-11, 2026 - BURNET COUNTY LIVESTOCK SHOW: Burnet, at Burnet County Fair & Rodeo Grounds, 1301-Houston-Clinton-Dr (behind airport). Map. Web. FB. Tue–Sun, hours vary. Annual county show featuring 4-H & FFA livestock projects including cattle, sheep, goats, swine, and poultry. Includes the Ag Mechanics show, Fair & Creative Arts divisions, and the premium auction on Saturday. FMI: 512-756-5463

Jan 6–11, 2026 (with the auction on Jan 10) - KENDALL COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW & SALE: Comfort, at Kendall County Youth Agriculture & Equestrian Center, 649 FM-289. Map. Web. FB. Tue–Sun, hours vary. Week-long junior livestock show and premium sale. Free annual event featuring youth project judging in various livestock categories including cattle, swine, sheep, and goats. The Premium Sale takes place Jan 10. FMI: 830-331-8242, info@kcjls.org

Jan 7–10, 2026 - GILLESPIE COUNTY YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW: Fredericksburg, at Exhibition Hall, Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr. Map. Web. FB. Wed–Sat, hours vary. Annual showcase of Gillespie County 4-H and FFA exhibitors with market animals, breeding stock, and ag mechanics. Features poultry, sheep, goat, swine, and cattle judging throughout the week, culminating in the Saturday morning awards and youth auction sale. FMI: 830-997-2359, gillespiecountyyouth@gmail.com

Jan 7–10, 2026 - LAMPASAS COUNTY YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW: Lampasas, at County Youth Livestock Center (Show Barn), 283-US-183 & 190N. Map. Web. FB. Wed–Sat, hours vary. Annual youth livestock show for Lampasas County 4-H and FFA exhibitors. Features judging for cattle, swine, sheep, goats, rabbits, and poultry. Includes the Ag Mechanics show and a creative arts division. The event concludes with the premium auction on Saturday morning to support local youth exhibitors. FMI: 512-556-8271

Jan 8–9, 2026 - MENARD COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Menard, at A.H. Murchison Memorial Barn, 18450 Fairground St. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Fri, hours vary. Annual youth show featuring rabbit, cattle, swine, sheep, and goats, with the premium auction following judging. This local tradition highlights the hard work of Menard County 4-H and FFA youth exhibitors. Parking & admission: Free. FMI: 325-396-4787

Jan 8–9, 2026 - REAL COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Leakey, at EE Bushong Showbarn, 429-US-83. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Fri, hours vary. Junior livestock competition with market and breeding divisions for Real County 4-H and FFA youth exhibitors. Show includes judging for sheep, goats, swine, cattle, and poultry, concluding with the premium sale on Friday. Supporting agricultural education and youth scholarships in the Frio Canyon area. FMI: 830-232-6673

Jan 8–10, 2026 - GILLESPIE COUNTY YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW (ADDITIONAL CLASSES): Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fair Grounds, 530 Fair Dr. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Sat, hours vary. Expanded divisions including breeding animals, ag mechanics, and advanced showmanship. This segment features the breeding sheep and goat shows, the heifer show, and the dedicated Ag Mechanics competition where students showcase handcrafted equipment. The event culminates in the Saturday morning premium auction for qualifying exhibitors. FMI: 830-997-2359

Jan 8-10, 2026 - SAN SABA COUNTY YOUNG FARMERS LIVESTOCK SHOW & SALE: San Saba, at County Show Barn, 501 S Water St. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Sat, hours vary. Annual 94th annual county stock show hosted by the San Saba County Young Farmers. Featuring broiler, steer, heifer, swine, lamb, and goat judging. Includes a buyer's social and meal on Saturday at the San Saba Civic Center at 5p, followed by the premium sale at 6p. FMI: 325-372-5416

Jan 8–10, 2026 - MCCULLOCH COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Brady, at G. Rollie White Complex, 820 W 14th St. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Sat, hours vary. County show for Brady, Rochelle, and Lohn FFA/4-H youth exhibitors. Featuring judging for rabbits, swine, sheep, goats, and cattle, as well as an Ag Mechanics exhibition. The event concludes with the premium auction on Saturday afternoon at the Brady Civic Center. FMI: 325-597-1295

Jan 8–11, 2026 – MEDINA COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Hondo, at Medina County Fairgrounds, 733 FM-462 N. Map. Web. Annual junior livestock show with divisions for swine, sheep, goats, cattle, poultry, rabbits, and ag mechanics, concluding with premium auction. FMI: 830-741-6180

Jan 12–17, 2026 - HILL DISTRICT GRANDSTAND YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW: Kerrville, Llano, and Fredericksburg. Map. Major regional multi-county livestock event spanning Hill Country Youth Event Center, John L. Kuykendall Arena, and Gillespie County Fairgrounds. Open to Hill Country 4-H and FFA exhibitors. Online registration: Nov 1–Dec 1, 2025
Kerrville, Llano, Comfort, and Fredericksburg. Map. Web. FB. Mon–Sat, hours vary. Major regional multi-county livestock event spanning multiple venues: Swine & Ag Mech at Hill Country Youth Event Center (Kerrville); Lambs & Goats at John L. Kuykendall Arena (Llano); Cattle at Kendall County Youth Agriculture & Equestrian Center (Comfort); and Breeding Sheep, Turkeys, & Youth Auction at Gillespie County Fairgrounds (Fredericksburg). The event concludes with the Grandstand Youth Auction on Sat at 1p in Fredericksburg. FMI: thegrandstand21@gmail.com

Jan 12–21, 2026 - HILL DISTRICT GRANDSTAND SHOW: Kerrville, at Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 TX-27. Map. One of the region’s largest junior livestock shows, bringing together top youth exhibitors for a week of high-stakes competition. Web.

Jan 13–17, 2026 - KERR COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW (KCSS): Kerrville, at Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 TX-27. Map. Web. FB. Tue–Sat, hours vary. Countywide 4-H and FFA livestock judging featuring breeding and market divisions for swine, sheep, goats, and cattle, plus an Ag Mechanics show. This event highlights local youth projects and culminates in the Premium Sale on Saturday, Jan 17, to support scholarships and agricultural education. FMI: 830-257-6568, office@kerrcountystockshow.org

Jan 13–18, 2026 - HAYS COUNTY YOUTH LIVESTOCK SHOW & EXPO: Dripping Springs, at Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Dr. Map. Web. FB. Tue–Sun, hours vary. Comprehensive multi-day youth livestock expo for Hays County exhibitors. Features market and breeding judging for cattle, swine, sheep, goats, rabbits, and poultry. Includes Horse Show, Ag Mechanics, and Home Skills divisions (baking, crafts, photography). The event concludes with the Queen's Coronation and the Youth Premium Auction on Saturday. FMI: 512-214-4113, info@hayscountylivestockshow.com

Jan 15–17, 2026 - TRAVIS COUNTY YOUTH SHOW: Austin, at Travis County Expo Center, 7311 Decker Ln. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Sat, hours vary. County youth show featuring multiple livestock species including cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry for Travis County 4-H & FFA members. Includes an Ag Mechanics competition and a youth auction on Saturday to benefit student projects and scholarships. FMI: 512-854-9600

Jan 15-17, 2026 - UVALDE COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW: Uvalde, at Uvalde County Fairplex, 215 Veterans Ln. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Sat, hours vary. Market and breeding competitions for Uvalde County 4-H and FFA exhibitors. Featuring judging for steers, heifers, swine, lambs, goats, and rabbits. Highlights include the Ag Mechanics show and a commercial heifer sale. The event concludes with the premium auction on Saturday afternoon. FMI: 830-278-6661

Jan 26–31, 2026 - COMAL COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW: New Braunfels, at Comal County Fairgrounds, Hampe St. Map. Web. FB. Mon–Sat, hours vary. Late-winter junior show with full slate of livestock divisions for Comal County youth. Featuring market and breeding judging for cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry. Includes an Ag Mechanics show and a Small Animal division. The week concludes with the premium auction on Saturday to benefit local 4-H and FFA exhibitors. FMI: 830-620-3440, info@ccjls.org

Aug 27–30, 2026 - GILLESPIE COUNTY FAIR LIVESTOCK EVENTS: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr. Map. Web. FB. Thu–Sun, hours vary. Summer series of youth and open livestock shows held in conjunction with the "Oldest County Fair in Texas." Features judging for steers, goats, lambs, poultry, swine, cattle, and rabbits. Includes the Ag Mechanics competition and various home skills exhibits. These events highlight agricultural heritage and support scholarships for local youth. FMI: 830-997-2359, info@gillespiefair.com

Sep 4–6, 2026 - KENDALL COUNTY FAIR STOCK SHOW & RODEO: Boerne, at Kendall County Fair Grounds, 1307 River Rd. Map. Web. FB. Fri–Sun, hours vary. Annual Labor Day weekend tradition featuring a full stock show with judging for cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry. Includes an UPRA Pro Rodeo, grand parade, carnival, and homestead heritage exhibits. Live music and dancing headliners perform each night on the main stage. FMI: 830-249-2839, livestock@kcfa.org

Oct 14, 2026 - HILL COUNTRY YOUTH COMMERCIAL HEIFER SHOW & SALE: San Saba, at Jordan Cattle Auction, 1310 US-190 W. Map. Web. FB. Wed, hours vary. Multi-county youth commercial heifer project show and auction, open to 4-H and FFA members from 25 participating Hill Country counties. Includes record book judging, exhibitor interviews, and the grading of replacement heifers. The event culminates in a public auction where these high-quality females are sold to area ranchers. FMI: 325-372-8073, hillcountryyouthheifers@gmail.com






Jan 3, 2026 – BANDERA WINTER BUCKLE SHOW: Bandera, at Mansfield Park Show Barn, 2886 TX-16 N. Map. Web. Annual winter buckle prospect show with multiple species divisions. FMI: 830-796-4447

Feb 7–8, 2026 – DRIPPING SPRINGS WINTER CLASSIC: Dripping Springs, at Dripping Springs Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Dr. Map. Web. Annual winter prospect livestock show with market and breeding divisions. FMI: 512-858-4725

Dec 5, 2026 – HILL COUNTRY YOUTH PROSPECT SHOW: Kerrville, at Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 TX-27. Map. Web. Annual prospect livestock show featuring market and breeding divisions for youth exhibitors. FMI: 830-896-9044

Dec 12–13, 2026 – HILL COUNTRY WINTER CLASSIC: Fredericksburg, at Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 530 Fair Dr. Map. Web. Two-day winter prospect livestock show with multiple species divisions. FMI: 830-997-2359

Dec 13, 2026 – LLANO FFA PROSPECT SHOW: Llano, at Llano County Community Center, 2249 RR-152. Map. Web. Annual FFA prospect livestock show for youth exhibitors. FMI: 325-247-4740

Dec 20, 2026 – BLANCO COUNTY 4-H PROSPECT SHOW: Johnson City, at Blanco County Show Barn, 619 US-281 N. Map. Web. Annual 4-H prospect livestock show for Blanco County youth exhibitors. FMI: 830-868-7167






BANDERA COUNTY:

BANDERA COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 2886 TX-16 N, Bandera, TX 78003. Map. Web. Hosts the annual Bandera County Junior Livestock Show and supports 4-H and FFA youth exhibitors with scholarships and project resources. FMI: 830-796-7755, info@banderacountyjls.com

MANSFIELD PARK SHOW BARN: 2886 TX-16 N, Bandera, TX 78003. Map. Web. Primary livestock show venue for Bandera County, used for the Bandera County Junior Livestock Show and other agricultural events. FMI: 830-460-7271

BLANCO COUNTY:

BLANCO COUNTY YOUTH STOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 619 US-281 N, Johnson City, TX 78636. Map. Agrilife Web. Organizes the Blanco County Youth Stock Show for 4-H and FFA exhibitors. BCFRA-Facebook. Keitha Johnson, 833-833-4138, bcyc78@gmail.com FMI: 830-868-7167

BLANCO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS & SHOW BARN: 619 US-281 N, Johnson City, TX 78636. Map. County Web. County-owned livestock and event facility used for stock shows, ag mechanics, and community events. FMI: 830-868-4013

BURNET COUNTY:

BURNET COUNTY LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 1301 Houston Clinton Dr, Burnet, TX 78611. Map. Web. Oversees the Burnet County Livestock Show and youth agricultural programs. FMI: 512-756-5463, bclivestockshow@gmail.com

BURNET COUNTY FAIR & RODEO GROUNDS: 1301 Houston Clinton Dr, Burnet, TX 78611. Map. Web. Multi-use fairgrounds with barns, arena, and livestock facilities. FMI: 512-756-6180

COMAL COUNTY:

COMAL COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 701 Common St, New Braunfels, TX 78130. Map. Web. Hosts the Comal County Junior Livestock Show and supports youth exhibitors. FMI: 830-620-3440, info@ccjlsa.org

COMAL COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS: 701 Common St, New Braunfels, TX 78130. Map. Web. Major livestock and fair venue with barns, arenas, and exhibition halls. FMI: 830-625-1505

EDWARDS COUNTY:

EDWARDS COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 100 Sweeten St, Rocksprings, TX 78880. Map. Web. Coordinates the Edwards County Junior Livestock Show for 4-H and FFA youth. FMI: 830-683-4310

ROCKSPRINGS SHOW BARN: 100 Sweeten St, Rocksprings, TX 78880. Map. County livestock venue used for the Edwards County Junior Livestock Show and other ag events. FMI: 830-683-4104

GILLESPIE COUNTY:

GILLESPIE COUNTY FAIR & FESTIVALS ASSOCIATION: 530 Fair Dr, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Map. Web. Hosts youth livestock shows, summer livestock events, and the Gillespie County Fair. FMI: 830-997-2359, info@gillespiefair.com

GILLESPIE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS: 530 Fair Dr, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Map. Web. Large multi-barn facility used for livestock shows, ag mechanics, and equestrian events. FMI: 830-997-2359

HAYS COUNTY:

HAYS COUNTY LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 1042 Event Center Dr, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Map. Web. Organizes the Hays County Youth Livestock Show and supports 4-H and FFA exhibitors. FMI: 512-393-2120

DRIPPING SPRINGS RANCH PARK: 1042 Event Center Dr, Dripping Springs, TX 78620. Map. Web. Premier livestock and equestrian venue with indoor and outdoor arenas. FMI: 512-858-4725

KENDALL COUNTY:

KENDALL COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 649 FM-289, Comfort, TX 78013. Map. Web. Hosts the Kendall County Junior Livestock Show and sale. FMI: 830-249-9343

KENDALL COUNTY YOUTH AGRICULTURE & EQUESTRIAN CENTER: 649 FM-289, Comfort, TX 78013. Map. Web. Major livestock and equestrian facility serving Kendall County. FMI: 830-249-9343

KERR COUNTY:

KERR COUNTY STOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 3785 TX-27, Kerrville, TX 78028. Map. Web. Oversees the Kerr County Stock Show and supports youth exhibitors. FMI: 830-896-9044

HILL COUNTRY:

KERR COUNTY STOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION Web. FMI: KCSSA, 830-896-9044

HILL COUNTRY YOUTH EVENT CENTER: 3785 TX-27, Kerrville, TX 78028. Map. Web. Largest livestock venue in the Hill Country, hosting county, regional, and multi-county shows. FMI: 830-896-9044

KIMBLE COUNTY:

KIMBLE COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 1925 N Main St, Junction, TX 76849. Map. Web. Hosts the Kimble County Junior Livestock Show. FMI: 325-446-2620.

KIMBLE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS: 1925 N Main St, Junction, TX 76849. Map. County fairgrounds with livestock barn and arena. FMI: 325-446-3353

LAMPASAS COUNTY:

LAMPASAS COUNTY YOUTH LIVESTOCK ASSOCIATION: 283 US-183/190 N, Lampasas, TX 76550. Map. Web. Hosts the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show. FMI: 512-556-8271

LAMPASAS COUNTY SHOW BARN: 283 US-183/190 N, Lampasas, TX 76550. Map. County livestock venue used for youth shows and ag events. FMI: 512-556-8271

LLANO COUNTY:

LLANO COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 2249 RR-152 W, Llano, TX 78643. Map. Web. Coordinates the Llano County Junior Stock Show. FMI: 325-247-5159

JOHN L. KUYKENDALL ARENA & EVENT CENTER: 2249 RR-152 W, Llano, TX 78643. Map. Web. Major livestock and equestrian venue for Llano County. FMI: 325-247-4158

MASON COUNTY:

MASON COUNTY LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 1015 Fort McKavitt St, Lampasas">Mason, TX 76856. Map. Web. Hosts the Mason County Livestock Show & Expo. FMI: 325-347-6459, masoncountylivestockshow@gmail.com

FORT MASON PARK COMMUNITY BUILDING & SHOW BARN: 1015 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Map. Web. Livestock and community event venue. FMI: 325-347-6449

MCCULLOCH COUNTY:

MCCULLOCH COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 820 W 14th St, Brady, TX 76825. Map. Web. Hosts the McCulloch County Junior Livestock Show. FMI: 325-597-1295

G. ROLLIE WHITE COMPLEX: 820 W 14th St, Brady, TX 76825. Map. Web. Major livestock and rodeo venue for McCulloch County. FMI: 325-597-2152

MEDINA COUNTY:

MEDINA COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 733 FM-462, Hondo, TX 78861. Map. Web. Hosts the Medina County Junior Livestock Show. FMI: 830-741-6180

MEDINA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS: 733 FM-462, Hondo, TX 78861. Map. Web. Livestock and fair venue for Medina County. FMI: 830-741-6000

MENARD COUNTY:

MENARD COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 18450 Fairgrounds St, Menard, TX 76859. Map. Web. Hosts the Menard County Junior Livestock Show. FMI: 325-396-4787

A.H. MURCHISON MEMORIAL BARN: :18450 Fairgrounds St, Menard, TX 76859. Map. County livestock show and community event barn. FMI: 325-396-4787

NUECES CANYON:

NUECES CANYON JUNIOR LIVESTOCK ASSOCIATION: 830-597-3151; 2209 TX-55 N, Rocksprings, TX 78880. Map. Youth livestock association serving the Nueces Canyon region.

REAL COUNTY:

REAL COUNTY JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION: 429 US-83, Leakey, TX 78873. Map. Web. Hosts the Real County Junior Livestock Show. FMI: 830-232-6678

EE BUSHONG SHOWBARN: 429 US-83, Leakey, TX 78873. Map. Primary livestock venue for Real County. FMI: 830-232-6678

SAN SABA:

SAN SABA COUNTY YOUNG FARMERS ASSOCIATION: Church St, San Saba, TX 76877. Map. Web. Hosts the San Saba County Livestock Show & Sale. FMI: 325-372-5416

SAN SABA COUNTY SHOW BARN: Church St, San Saba, TX 76877. Map. County livestock venue for San Saba County. FMI: 325-372-5416





Oct 7, 2026 - LIVESTOCK & FORAGE CONFERENCE: Mason, at Stribling Room, Mason County M. Beven Eckert Memorial Library, 410 Post Oak St. Map. 5–7p. Educational sessions hosted by Mason County Texas AgriLife Extension, focused on livestock and forage management with guest speakers and CEU opportunities. Sponsor Web. 325-347-6459

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